Tributes have been paid to a man who died in a Porsche crash while driving from Manchester to Scotland for Easter.

Duncan Mackay was killed when his Cayman crashed on the A9 near Latheron, a village in the Scottish Highlands, at around 12.50pm on Good Friday. No other vehicles were involved.

The 37-year-old, who had played rugby for Scotland, had been living in Manchester and was travelling to visit family in Caithness over the weekend.

His family said: “Duncan Mackay was a loving and caring son, brother, nephew and friend to many.

“He was thoughtful, considerate and lived his life to its fullest. He was a creative, adventurous individual and was an inspiration to us all.

“Although currently based in Manchester, he loved Caithness and visited the county regularly. He had been very much looking forward to coming home to spend Easter with his family and long-time friends.”

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Mr Mackay’s family said he had represented Scotland at touch rugby tournaments and loved to keep fit.

The statement, released through police, added: “He had a keen interest in cars and motorsport, and especially loved fishing with his dad on Wick River. He also played touch rugby for many years and had represented Scotland at various tournaments around Europe.

“We, along with his extended family and friends, are devastated by his death. We have an overwhelming feeling of heartache and grief, and so much love for him.

“We very much appreciate the good wishes and support we have received since Friday’s crash and extend our extreme gratitude to everyone who attended the scene and tried to help Duncan thereafter.”

Police are investigating the cause of the crash.

Sergeant Ewan Calder said: “Our thoughts and sympathies remain with Mr Mackay’s family at this time.

“We are continuing with enquiries to establish the circumstances around this tragic incident.